News & Politics

Politics

Are comptrollers running for NYC mayor doomed?

Brad Lander and Scott Stringer are both likely to challenge Mayor Eric Adams. History doesn’t bode well for them.

2024 presidential election

Politics

New York politicians react to Biden dropping out

Democrats thank the president, while Republicans question his ability to continue doing the job.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

Commentary: When a nonprofit should – or shouldn’t grow

What can be learned from the failed expansion of Benefits Data Trust and how New York organizations are looking to make an impact without taking on the same risks.

News & Politics

Politics

Burgos abruptly announces resignation, effective immediately

The Bronx Democratic Party is already lining up a successor to the South Bronx lawmaker.

Technology

Politics

‘Not a cyber attack’: NYC officials project calm amid CrowdStrike outage

“Our infrastructure and emergency operations – they’re all in place,” New York City Mayor Eric Adams said.

Heard Around Town

Politics

Bob Holden hopes his chief of staff will decide to run for his Queens seat

The conservative Democrat and founder of the Common Sense Caucus has occupied a unique role on the City Council.

News & Politics

Politics

Susan Zhuang cop-biting incident highlights deep divides among southern Brooklyn Democrats

The council member was welcomed to a packed press conference like a hero on Thursday – but many of her colleagues have gleefully mocked her.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

Hosting 'Mamita' events that provide a safe space for pregnant and migrant mothers

A look at the monthly service provided by Doulas En Espanol for the Hispanic community.

Special Reports

Policy

New York state tourism has surged in unexpected places

Central New York, the Catskills and Adirondacks have all seen growth, while New York City has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels.

Special Reports

Policy

Sports delivers for New York’s tourism industry

Hockey, cricket and horse racing are luring visitors to the state with significant economic impacts.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

How homelessness can be viewed as a symptom of mental illness

Robust outreach initiatives may be the best solution to help chronically undomiciled individuals, according to the Center for Urban Community Services.

Editor's Note

Opinion

Editor’s Note: Accessibility improvements hinge on congestion pricing’s return, for now

Hochul only “paused” the controversial tolling program that could fund much needed improvements, including new elevator installations to meet ADA requirements.